STUDENT WORK

EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
MANUFACTURE OF COMPRESSED STABILIZED EARTH BLOCKS
 PRESENTED BY GROUP 3

NAMES MATRIC NO
AYINDE RIDWAN ISHOLA 20191746
DADA IYANUOLUWA DAVID 20191747
DASAOLU SAMUEL OLUWAFEYIGBEMIGA 20191748
ERINKITOLA MISLAT OLUWATIMILEHIN 20191749
JOLAOSO ABDULBATEEN 20191754
LAWAL MUBARAK OLAMILEKAN 20191757
MAKINDE QUAM OLUWATOBI 2019759
 STUDENT WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME (SWEP) TO
MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING STUDENT

• 1) It provides students in Mechatronics Engineering with an opportunity to

apply their theoretical knowledge to real life situations
• 2) It enables students in Mechatronics Engineering to gain experience in
handling equipment and machinery.
• 3) It provides an environment whereby students in Mechatronics
Engineering can develop their creativity and interpersonal skills through
software design techniques.
• 4) It is one of the requirements for the award of Bachelors of Engineering
Degree (B.ENG.) in Mechatronics Engineering.
 LOCATION OF THE SWEP PROGRAMME

• The location for the SWEP programme was the block-making factory along
the road leading to the second school gate, just behind the new building for
the COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING.

• The raw materials were locally sourced from the quarry in front of the new
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING building.
 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED
MATERIAL/EQUIPMENT USE
LATERITE Laterite is a type of soil and rock that is rich in iron and aluminum, and is
commonly found in tropical regions with high rainfall.
STABILIZER/BINDER The stabilizer acts as a binder and helps to strengthen the compressed
bricks.
HYDRAULIC PRESS The hydraulic press applies pressure to the soil mixture to compact it into a
brick shape.
MIXER The mixer is used to mix the soil, water, and stabilizer together.
HAMMER MILL The hammer mill is used to break the big lumps of laterite into fine usable
pieces.
SHOVEL Used to harvest the laterite from the quarry
HYDRAULIC PRESS HAMMER MILL
MIXER
 DETAILED ANALYSIS OF WORK DONE

• SOIL SELECTION AND PREPARATION

• The soil was collected from a construction site and tested for its suitability for brick-making.
The soil was then sieved to remove any impurities and mixed with stabilizers to enhance its
properties.

• STABILIZER SELECTION AND PREPARATION

• The stabilizers, including cement and lime, were added to the soil in specific proportions to
enhance its plasticity and strength. The amount of stabilizer added was determined based on
the properties of the soil and the desired strength of the bricks.
 DETAILED ANALYSIS OF WORK DONE
Cont’d

• HYDRAULIC PRESS OPERATION

• The moulds were placed in the hydraulic press, and pressure was applied to
compress the soil and stabilizer mixture into bricks. The pressure and
duration of compression were varied to optimize the density and strength of
the bricks.
 AIR COMPRESSED BRICK-MAKING
PROCESS  
• The process of making air compressed bricks involves the following steps:
• Step 1: Collect soil and other materials
The first step in making air compressed bricks is to collect the required soil
and other materials. The soil must be sandy and contain a high percentage
of clay.
• Step 2: Mix soil, water, and stabilizer
The second step is to mix the soil, water, and stabilizer together in a mixer.
The amount of stabilizer used will depend on the quality of the soil and the
desired strength of the compressed brick.
 AIR COMPRESSED BRICK-MAKING
PROCESS  
• Step 3: Load the mixture into the mould
Once the mixture is ready, it is loaded into the mould. The mould can be of any desired
size and shape, and may be made of metal, plastic or other materials.

• Step 4: Apply hydraulic pressure

The mould is then placed into the hydraulic press, and pressure is applied to the soil
mixture. The pressure can be adjusted depending on the desired density and strength of
the compressed brick.
 AIR COMPRESSED BRICK-MAKING
PROCESS  
• Step 5: Release pressure and remove the brick
After the desired pressure has been reached, the pressure is released, and the
compressed brick is removed from the mould. The compressed brick will retain its
shape due to the hydraulic pressure applied.
 
• Step 6: Allow the brick to dry
The compressed brick is then allowed to dry in a covered area for several days to
several weeks, depending on the humidity and climate of the area.
 ADVANTAGES OF COMPRESSED BLOCKS
OVER TRADITIONAL BLOCKS

• COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH
• DURABILITY
• INSULATION PROPERTIES
• ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
 CONCLUSION
• In conclusion, air compressed bricks are an eco-friendly and sustainable
alternative to traditional brick-making methods. They are made from
natural materials and require less energy to produce, making them an
attractive option for low-cost housing and infrastructure projects. The use of
stabilizers, hydraulic presses, and moulds allows for the density and
strength of the bricks to be varied depending on the application. As the
world continues to move towards sustainable construction practices, air
compressed bricks will likely play an increasingly important role in the
building industry.